A teenager who had gone missing from Edinburgh has been found "safe and well".

Aaron Strachan, 14, was reported missing after he was last seen around 9pm on Monday in the city centre at Waverley Mall.

Officers said there were concerns for his welfare and asked anyone who knew where he might be to come forward.

However Police Scotland have now confirmed he has been found "safe and well".

Taking to Twitter, a spokesperson for the force said: "We are pleased to report that 14 year old Aaron Strachan, who was reported missing from Edinburgh has been found safe & well. Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal."

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